5 Questions With ... Greg James on his business helping the elderly

Greg James, 66, spent a lot of time working in the medical-device industry. He always had enjoyed the medical field, but after 35 years in various capacities – mostly selling chemistry analyzers to hospital laboratories – James felt it was time to open his own business. We sat down with him to find out what he is doing now.

Q: What kind of business did you open?

A: Well, I was looking for an industry that provided services to a growing population, the elderly, which is really needed right now. So I opened Right at Home here in Fountain Valley. ... Our caregivers provide services which fall into two broad categories – homemaker/companion and personal care. We help clients with anything from meal preparation and light housekeeping chores to assisting with ambulation, bathing and dressing. Every caregiver is insured and bonded. Our home care services are built around your specific needs.

Q: Why this type of business?

A: Through my years of working in the medical industry and working with hospitals across the country, I saw the growing need for care beyond what is provided by our hospitals and rehabilitation facilities. My wife, Pat, is my partner. She's been a career educator for more than 37 years. I chose Fountain Valley because it's very central to the areas that we service.

Q: What do you like about it?

A: I like being able to provide care for as many people as possible in a very efficient manner. The challenge is to find associates who are as passionate as you are about the business, but so far so good. If we need to expand, we will do it as the need arises. I am so passionate about our business that since we opened last September, there are very few hours that I am not at work.

Q: When you have a moment off, what keeps you busy?

A: I do enjoy an occasional game of golf and visits to my local fitness gym. I'm a member of my church choir. I've been to the Super Bowl three times, and I've gone to the Indianapolis 500.